After 11 Years, Ellen Greenberg's Death Ruled Suicide
Ellen Greenberg, a 27-year-old teacher, was found dead in her apartment on January 26, 2011, with 20 stab wounds. The case, which initially seemed like a homicide, has seen a recent development after over a decade of dispute.
Greenberg was suffering from anxiety due to her work and was under psychiatric care. The distribution of her injuries, including a stab wound to the back of her neck, is unusual but could have been self-inflicted, according to Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Lindsay Simon. Initially, the manner of death was ruled a homicide by Dr. Marlon Osbourne, but it was later changed to suicide.
The Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office recently affirmed its ruling of suicide, following a review that came after a settlement between Greenberg's family and the City of Philadelphia. This review also found no evidence to contradict Greenberg's fiancé's alibi, which is supported by surveillance video, keycard swipes, and other evidence. However, Dr. Osbourne stated in a court document that the manner of death should be designated as something other than suicide.
The recent report from the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office maintains that Ellen Greenberg's 2011 death was a suicide. Despite the unusual nature of her injuries and differing opinions from medical examiners, the case has been officially closed after over a decade of dispute.
